JACKSON, Miss. - The qualifying deadline for candidates for the County and County District Special Elections is Thursday, August 20, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.

Additionally, the qualifying deadline for candidates for County School Board, Municipal Separate School District Trustee, Special Municipal Separate School District Trustee or Consolidated/Consolidated Line School District Trustee is Thursday, August 20, 2026, at 5:00 p.m.

These offices will appear on the November 3rd General Election Ballot.

Candidates may access the Secretary of State's official 2025/2026 Candidate Qualifying Guide which provides essential information for those seeking elected office. Candidates should familiarize themselves with the legal qualifications required to seek and hold office, as well as the qualifying procedures.

To access the full 2026 Elections Calendar, visit the Secretary of State's website or click here.

The Secretary of State's Office is your primary and trusted source for election information. For questions, please contact the Elections Division at 1-800-829-6786, email ElectionsAnswers@sos.ms.gov, or visit YallVote.ms.